User’s ManualDXG-518 DXGUSA
1.3. Unpacking All the following items should be present in the camera package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer imme
31.4. About the camera Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of the camera. 1.4.1. Front view
1.4.2. Top view Power button Shutter button 1.4.3. Back view Busy LED (Red) 4 Power LED (Green) LCD screen Zoom out/Zoom in buttons Playback b
51.4.4. Left view Strap eyeletBattery cover
2. Getting started Read this section to learn how to start using the camera. This section covers only basic functions such as inserting the battery
72.2. Inserting the batteries The camera is powered by two alkaline AA batteries. Note: Install the batteries exactly as described here. Ensure th
2.3. Turning on for the first time Press and hold the power button about two seconds to turn on/off the camera. Power button Shutter button 2.4.
92.5. Before you start Before using the camera, some basic settings need to be configured and are described in the following sections. 2.5.1. Setti
2.5.2. Setting the language 1. Turn the camera on, and press the MENU button to display the menu screen. 2. Move the joystick right to show the s
112.6. Taking still picture 2.6.1. To take a still picture: 1. Turn on the camera and make sure it is in photo mode. 2. Use the LCD screen to fr
2.7. Shooting video 2.7.1. To shoot a video clip: 1. Turn on the camera and make sure it is in Video mode. 2. Use the LCD screen to frame the vi
132.8. Voice recording 2.8.1. To make a voice recording: 1. Turn on the camera and make sure it is in REC mode. 2. Press the shutter button to
2.9. Connecting to a computer This digital camera can be connected to a PC via the USB cable provided to transfer and store files. To learn more
153. Using the camera Read this section to learn how to use the camera. 3.1. Using the camera buttons All buttons are located on the top and the b
See the table below for a description of each button’s function. Button Name Function Zoom out Zoom in z Press to zoom out/in while taking picture
17 Menu z Press to display main OSD menu. Shutter z Press to capture a picture in Photo mode. z Press to start/stop the video/voice recording i
3.2. About the LEDs The following tables explain the meaning of the LEDs. Photo mode Power on Self-capture Shutter button Flash charging Self-tim
193.3. Photo mode Use Photo mode to capture still pictures and store them in internal memory or on an SD card. There are two Photo modes: Auto mode
6 Storage directory indicator : Internal memory space : SD card memory space 7 Macro function indicator This function is on when showing icon. The
213.3.2. Scene selection (Program Mode) Icon Name Description Manual See “Scene” on 4.1.1. Portrait For capturing close subjects in good light
IPreface Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced digital camera. Please read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future
3.3.3. Capture mode and self-timer function Single shot: Only one picture will be taken. Continuous shot: Three pictures will be taken when t
233.3.5. Using the macro function This function can capture subjects very close to the lens. In macro mode, subjects can be as close as 2 cm. Whil
3.4. Video mode Use Video mode to capture video clips and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card. 3.4.1. Video mode icons Use the fol
253.5. REC mode Use REC mode to record a voice file and store them in the internal memory or on an SD card. 3.5.1. REC mode icons Use the followi
26 3.6. Playback mode Use Playback mode to review all the files stored in the camera. 3.6.1. Displaying file information Basic information is displ
273.6.2. Playback mode icons Refer to the following picture to familiarize yourself with the Playback mode icons and symbols. See the table below f
28 3.6.3. Thumbnail mode When in Playback mode, press the zoom out button to show image thumbnails. 1. Turn on the camera and make sure it is in Pl
294. Using the menus Read this section to learn how to configure the camera and use the advanced features. 4.1. Picture menu In Photo mode, press
30 4.1.2. Size Use this option to set the size of the captured image. Bigger images contain more detail and therefore use more memory space. 1. T
314.1.5. Color The camera can capture standard color images, black and white images, or sepia tone for an old-fashioned look. 1. Turn the camera
II Safety z Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. z When using AA type batteries in this product, ensure that they are inserted c
4.1.8. Metering Use this option to determine how the camera light metering is used to calculate the exposure of the picture. 1. Turn the camera on
334.1.10. ISO This option is equivalent to the film speed setting on film cameras. In brighter conditions, a low ISO film is needed, correspondingl
4.3. Playback menu Use the playback menu to manage the files stored in the internal memory or on the SD card. 4.3.1. Delete all Use this function
354.3.3. Slide show The camera includes a slide show function, which displays images at regular interval. 1. Turn the camera on and ensure that it
36 4.3.5. DPOF Use the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) function to tag pictures stored in the memory card with print information. Tag all pictures
374.4.3. Number reset Use this function to reset the file name numbers to zero. 1. Turn the camera on, and press the MENU button to display the men
38 4.4.6. Power saving Use this function to switch the camera off automatically after a period of inactivity for saving power. 1. Turn the camera o
394.4.9. USB Mode Use USB mode to connect the camera to a PC or printer with USB cable. 1. Turn the camera on, and press the MENU button to display
40 5. Installing the software and drivers Read this section to learn how to install drivers and software for the camera. 5.1. Drivers You can use
41Please follow the instructions below: 1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. If the CD-ROM doesn’t automatically boot, use Window
iTable of contents Preface... I About this manual...
5.2. Presto! Video Works 6 Presto! Video Works 6 is an advanced software application for editing video. To install Presto! Video Works 6: 1. Inser
435.3. Presto! Mr. Photo 3 Presto! Mr. Photo 3 is an advanced photo editing software application. To install Presto! Mr. Photo 3: 1. Insert the su
44 Appendix Specifications General Imaging sensor Panasonic 5.3 Megapixel CCD sensor Active pixels 5.0 Megapixel Storage media Built-in 32 MB Flas
45General Zoom 3x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom TFT Monitor 2.0” TFT high resolution (480 x 240 pixels) Flash 0.6~2.5m range Off/Auto/Force/Slow
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ii 2.6. Taking still picture...11 2.6.1. To take a still picture...11
iii3.5. REC mode...25 3.5.1. REC mode icons...25
iv 4.3.4. Copy to card.....35 4.3.5. DPOF.....
11. Introducing the camera Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the camera. This chapter also covers system requirements,
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